Super Bowl championship rings are a symbol of excellence in American professional football. These rings are not only a symbol of the team’s achievement but also a highly sought-after and valuable collector’s item. The cost of a Super Bowl championship ring varies depending on the design and materials used, but they are known to be quite expensive. These rings are a symbol of excellence and a tangible representation of the hard work and dedication that the players and coaches put in throughout the season to earn the title of Super Bowl champion.
In this blog post, we will take a look at the most expensive Super Bowl championship rings in history, showcasing the incredible craftsmanship and precious materials that make these rings so valuable. From diamond-encrusted rings to ones made of solid gold, these rings are true works of art that reflect the incredible achievement of winning a Super Bowl.
11. Super Bowl L
Year: 2015
Won by: Denver Broncos
Won Against: California Panthers
photo source: Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers faced off in the game in Levi’s Stadium. The Broncos, led by quarterback Peyton Manning, defeated the Panthers with a final score of 24-10. In the history of the team, this was the Broncos’ third Super Bowl triumph.
The Broncos’ victory in Super Bowl L was their third Super Bowl win in franchise history and was the last game for quarterback Peyton Manning, who later retired after a month.
The 10-carat white-and-yellow gold Super Bowl 50 Championship Ring is painstakingly set with 212 round, tapered, and marquise-shaped diamonds. More than 5.05 carats of gorgeous gemstones are combined to form this magnificent ring.
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Coldplay, Beyoncé, and Bruno Mars performed during the Super Bowl L halftime performance. The game was the third most-viewed television show in American history, with nearly 111 million viewers.
10. Super Bowl XXII
Year: 1987
Won by: Washington Redskins
Won Against: Denver Broncos
photo source: Washington Commanders
Redskins defeated the Denver Broncos 42-10. The ring features the Redskins logo, which is a stylized Native American head, on the front. The logo is made of yellow gold and is surrounded by a circle of round-cut diamonds. The words “WORLD CHAMPIONS” are spelled out in yellow gold letters on the top of the ring and “REDSKINS” on the bottom.
The left side of the ring features the player’s name written in the script, and the right side features the player’s number and the number of the Super Bowl they won.
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Jack Murphy Stadium, the venue for the Super Bowl’s 22nd season, hosted the event for the first time in 1987.
9. Super Bowl XXX
Year: 1995
Won by: Dallas Cowboys
Won Against: Pittsburgh Steelers
photo source: Super Bowl Rings
With a 27-17 victory over the Steelers, the Cowboys won their sixth Super Bowl overall. On January 28, 1996, Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, hosted the Super Bowl for the first time in the greater Phoenix region.
Jerry Jones, the team owner, spared no cost when making the huge rings covered in genuine diamonds that chronicle the tale of the Cowboys’ five Super Bowl triumphs. At the top and bottom, “Dallas Cowboys” is displayed in raised letters. The NFL logo, the game’s final score, and the now Texas Stadium are all shown on the left shank beside Fleming’s name and jersey number.
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On the right shank, three additional diamonds are added to the dynasty’s tiny Lombardi Trophies in honor of their victories in the 1970s.
8. Super Bowl VII
Year: 1972
Won by: Miami Dolphins
Won Against: Washington Redskins
photo source: CNN
A 14-7 victory against the Washington Redskins in the Super Bowl at the Los Angeles Coliseum marked the end of the Miami Dolphins‘ undefeated campaign. The MVP award winner was Dolphin safety, Jake Scott. It is a diamond-studded 14-karat gold ring. It is a size 13.25 and weighs 44 grams. A Dolphins player who wished to stay unidentified owned the ring, which was created by Jostens. The cost of sale was $45,000.
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The Dolphins had previously competed in Super Bowl VI when they were defeated by Dallas; that’s why this is a huge win for them.
7. Super Bowl XX
Year: 1985
Won by: Chicago Bears
Won Against: New England Patriots
photo source: Chicago Bears
The Super Bowl XX ring was awarded to the members of the 1985 Chicago Bears team, who defeated the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl that year. It was designed and manufactured by Jostens, a company that has been making Super Bowl rings for decades. The ring also has a total of 13 blue sapphires that represent the team’s 13-0 regular season record.
The Bears dominated the game from start to finish, jumping out to a 20-0 lead in the first half and never looking back. They went on to win the game 46-10, with Payton scoring the team’s final touchdown on a 1-yard run. The Bears’ defense also scored a touchdown on a fumble recovery in the end zone. The game was considered a blowout, and the Bears were the clear victors of Super Bowl XX, the first in their history.
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The famous wishbone “C” emblem is centered with a 50-point brilliant-cut round diamond on the Bears’ championship ring, which is made of 10-karat gold with a white gold inset.
6. Super Bowl XLII
Year: 2007
Won by: New York Giants
Won Against: New England Patriots
photo source: nfl.com
This game is remembered for being one of the most exciting and dramatic games in the NFL. The Giants, who were the underdogs going into the game, managed to pull off a historic upset against the heavily favored Patriots, who had been undefeated for the entire season and were looking to become the first team in NFL history to finish a regular season with a perfect record.
With just 35 seconds left in the game, quarterback Eli Manning threw a 32-yard pass to receiver Plaxico Burress in the end zone, giving the Giants a 17-14 victory.
The team’s stunning shock triumph over the widely regarded, unbeaten New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII is commemorated by the Super Bowl XLII Championship ring. The ring is made of white gold and is adorned with diamonds.
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The center of the ring features the Giants logo, surrounded by diamonds. The top of the ring bears the inscription “World Champions,” and the bottom of the ring displays the score of the game, “17-14.”
5. Super Bowl XXXVIII
Year: 2003
Won by: New England Patriots
Won Against: Carolina Panthers
photo source: nfl.com
It was a 32-29 victory for the Patriots over the Panthers. On February 1, 2004, the game was played at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Texas. The number of viewers at the time was 144.4 million, making it the most-watched Super Bowl in history.
The Panthers were participating in their first Super Bowl after a regular season that saw them finish 11-5. Additionally, thanks to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ triumph in Super Bowl XXXVII, a team from the NFC South division reached the title game for the second year in a row.
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The “Greatest Super Bowl of all time,” according to Sports Illustrated writer Peter King, is how many NFL fans and sports journalists view this contest as one of the best-played and most exciting Super Bowls ever.
4. Super Bowl XLI
Year: 2006
Won by: Indianapolis Colts
Won Against: Chicago Bears
photo source: IndyStar
The 41st Super Bowl, Super Bowl XLI, was a highly anticipated matchup that pitted the National Football Conference (NFC) champion Chicago Bears against the American Football Conference (AFC) champion Indianapolis Colts.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading scores early on. The Colts took the lead in the second quarter and held onto it for the rest of the game.
The ring is made of 14-karat white gold and features a blue stone with the Colts logo and the Super Bowl XLI logo on one side and the player’s name and number on the other. The sides of the ring are adorned with 123 round diamonds, totaling 3.25 carats. The top and bottom of the ring feature the words “World Champions” and the score of the game, “29-17.”
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The Colts players, coaches, and staff received the ring, which is considered one of the most valuable and sought-after items in the NFL, not just for its intrinsic value but also for its historical significance.
3. Super Bowl XXXIX
Year: 2004
Won by: New England Patriots
Won Against: Philadelphia Eagles
photo source: Super Bowl Rings
The Super Bowl XXXIX game featured the New England Patriots, who were playing in their second consecutive Super Bowl, and the Philadelphia Eagles. The win in Super Bowl XXXIX was the second of three in four years for the Patriots, and it further cemented the team’s status as one of the NFL’s greatest dynasties. Additionally, the triumph cemented Bill Belichick’s place among the NFL’s all-time great coaches and Tom Brady’s place among the best quarterbacks of all time.
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The ring was made by Jostens, and it featured a diamond-studded “Patriots” logo on the top, with the words “World Champions” and “New England” engraved on the sides. The ring was made of 14-karat white gold and set with diamonds; the ring is quite heavy.
2. Super Bowl I
Year: 1966
Won by: Green Bay Packers
Won Against: Kansas City Chiefs
photo source: WFRV
The game featured the Green Bay Packers of the NFL and the Kansas City Chiefs of the AFL. The Packers, led by legendary coach Vince Lombardi, were heavily favored to win the game. The game was a hard-fought battle, with both teams playing strong defense and the score remaining close throughout the game.
The Packers ultimately won the game with a score of 35-10, earning the first-ever Super Bowl title and solidifying their status as one of the greatest teams in NFL history. The Super Bowl I Championship ring was presented to the team, coaches, and staff. The design of the ring was simple, featuring a single large diamond on top with the words “World Champions” and “Green Bay Packers” engraved on the sides.
The ring was made of 14-karat gold and set with diamonds. The value of the ring at that time was not as high as today, but it still holds a special significance as the first-ever Super Bowl Championship ring.
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Super Bowl I marked the beginning of the modern era of professional football and the emergence of the Super Bowl as the premier event in American sports. It was a historic game that helped to establish the NFL as the dominant professional football league in the United States.
1. Super Bowl XXV
Year: 1991
Won by: New York Giants
Won Against: Buffalo Bills
photo source: CBS Sports
The Super Bowl XXV Championship ring, earned by the victorious 1990 New York Giants, holds the title of the most expensive Super Bowl ring in history. The ring is made of 14-karat white gold and features a large diamond-studded “NY” logo on the top. The sides of the ring are adorned with smaller diamonds, and the team’s final score, “20-19,” is engraved on the side. The ring also includes the player’s name and number on the side.
The ring serves as a symbol of the Giants’ hard-fought victory and the incredible financial investment that goes into winning a Super Bowl championship. The ring is a valuable collector’s item and is highly sought after by fans and collectors alike.
Lawrence Taylor was a former linebacker for the New York Giants and one of the key players on the team that won Super Bowl XXV. His son sold his championship ring for $230,000 plus fees. The sale took place at a public auction in 2011. The ring, which was given to Taylor as a member of the winning team, was sold to a private collector.
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On January 27, 1991, at the height of the Gulf War, the game took place in Tampa, Florida’s Tampa Stadium. It was therefore carried out with a great spirit of patriotism.
